Directions: After understanding the various types of Anglo-Saxon literature, students will
complete an epic project that identifies the various characteristics of an epic appearing in
Beowulf. Use the following directions to successfully complete the project:
- The project will have 10 slides—one for each epic characteristic. Use the list from the
module on page 5. - Use PowerPoint for the presentation.
- The information on each slide should be a well-developed paragraph
- Each epic characteristic will serve as the topic sentence for each paragraph
- Each topic sentence (epic characteristic) must then be supported by cited evidence from
the text - Each paragraph must include an analysis that shows how the evidence fully supports the
topic sentence - Each slide must have an image that corresponds to the epic characteristic and include
other creative elements. Include the sources of images on the Works Cited slide. - MLA format must be present
Proofreading Checklist: Look for the following errors when proofreading
• Spelling errors
• Comma, Semi-Colon, and Colon errors
• MLA format errors
• Fragment and Run-On errors
• Apostrophe errors
Remember the following requirements while polishing the final project:
• Introduction
• Paragraph form
• Proper thesis statement
• Topic sentences that relate to the thesis statement
• On topic development and transitions
• Evidence that supports claims
• Integrated evidence
• Correct in-text citations
• Analysis of evidence that does not summarize
• Conclusion sentences for each body paragraph
• Conclusion paragraph that does not summarize
• Proper Works Cited page